La Gomera Population 2026
La Gomera has a population of 24,001, making it the #70 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Escuintla. Roughly 0.1% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,001
Rank in Guatemala
#70
Coordinates
14.08°N, 91.05°W
~37 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
85 km
53 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Escuintla
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Escuintla | 156,313 | #7 |
| Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa | 112,780 | #13 |
| Palín | 65,873 | #29 |
| Masagua | 45,323 | #46 |
| Puerto San José | 18,655 | #87 |
| Tiquisate | 18,189 | #89 |
Cities near La Gomera
- Masagua45,323 people · ~26 km away
- Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa112,780 people · ~28 km away
- Puerto San José18,655 people · ~31 km away
- Escuintla156,313 people · ~38 km away
- Patulul40,683 people · ~40 km away
- Tiquisate18,189 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of La Gomera?
La Gomera has a population of 24,001 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #70 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is La Gomera in?
La Gomera is located in Escuintla, Guatemala.
Is La Gomera the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 85 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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